Linux System Administrator

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Linux System Administrator to join our IT infrastructure team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing our Linux-based systems that support daily business operations and mission-critical services.

You will ensure system stability, performance, and security while providing hands-on support across physical, virtual, and cloud environments., * Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers and system components across on-premise and cloud environments

• Perform system updates, patching, and security hardening to ensure compliance with standards and best practices
• Monitor system health, performance, and resource usage; respond to alerts and incidents promptly
• Troubleshoot complex hardware, software, and network problems
• Manage users, groups, permissions, and authentication systems (LDAP, Active Directory, SSH)
• Configure and support services such as DNS, DHCP, NFS, Apache/Nginx, Samba, SSH, and cron
• Maintain backup and restoration processes, disaster recovery plans, and high-availability configurations
• Automate routine tasks using Bash, Python, or other scripting languages
• Support infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and capacity planning initiatives
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation for configurations, processes, and troubleshooting procedures
• Collaborate with DevOps, networking, and development teams to support application deployments and continuous improvement
• Ensure strong security posture through regular audits, patching, and system hardening

Bachelor (3 years) English and French and Dutch, This position requires a strong technical foundation in Linux administration, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams such as DevOps, networking, security, and development.

You will play a key role in improving system reliability through automation, implementing best practices, and contributing to infrastructure enhancements as the organization grows. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, committed to operational excellence, and eager to work in an environment where uptime, security, and scalability are top priorities., * 2-5+ years of experience as a Linux System Administrator or similar technical role

• Strong proficiency with Linux distributions such as RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, or Debian
• Solid command-line skills and understanding of Linux architecture, file systems, and package management
• Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM, Proxmox, etc.)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewalls)
• Experience with shell scripting (Bash) or additional languages like Python or Perl
• Understanding of system security practices, auditing, and hardening
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (Nagios, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, etc.)

• A permanent, full-time employment contract
• A salary & benefits package commensurate with experience

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